2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 378 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 Tiguan (281 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |