2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 647 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum (529 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
