2010 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 549 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
