1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda That (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda That | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | That |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
