2002 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 156 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 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 993 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
