2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 996. 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 996 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3589 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
