2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1063 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 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 2011 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (363 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
