2002 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G3.
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 (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2010 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | G3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
