2010 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP) has 295 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 303 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.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4276 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
