2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 2011 Dodge Dakota. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |