2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 89 L |