2002 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 526 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.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
