2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1357 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |