2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911
Make Honda Porsche
Model Civic 911
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1686 cc 3822 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 76 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 182 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 67 L


 

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