Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Chrysler Aspen | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
4.7L V8 OHC-2v 303 hp@5650 330 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 119.2 in | -12.9 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 200.8 in | -24.1 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 76.0 in | -7 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 74.3 in | -17.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 4859 lb. | -1947 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 27.0 gal. | -13.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 59.4 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 58.8 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.3 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 59.6 in | -7.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 57.2 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.4 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.0 in | -48 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.5 in | -34.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | -36.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 67.3 ft3 | -55.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 102.4 ft3 | -90.4 ft3 |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 Chrysler Aspen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 6 footers see full Chrysler Aspen review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 303-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Its equipped with two captains chairs and a console for passenegers. Plenty of room all around and easy exit and entry. see full Chrysler Aspen review |