2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2011 Chrysler 300 and 2011 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chrysler 300 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 2011 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 300 | Civic |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |