2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 724 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element 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. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Element |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
