2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Viper and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper 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 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |