2008 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 5733 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
