2002 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2002 Audi A3 and 2002 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 59 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |