2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 506 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 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |