2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 573 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |