2002 Honda City vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 274 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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | City | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1216 kg |
