2002 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Aerio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 74 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 Suzuki Aerio (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
