2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 501 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | TL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |