2005 Porsche GT2 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Porsche GT2 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 2005 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche GT2 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | GT2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
