2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
