2002 Honda City vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 187 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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 City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | Fit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |