2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |