2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 513 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2012 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. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Journey | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Journey | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
