2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |