2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 144 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |