2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 401 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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
