2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,344 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 181 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |