2000 Audi S3 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
