2002 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura CSX weights approximately 257 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, 2010 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2010 Acura CSX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | CSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |