2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Civic | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
