2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 117 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |