2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
