2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 307 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |