2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 286 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | CC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |