2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 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. Both 2002 Honda Civic and 2009 Volkswagen CC are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (207 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
