2002 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 129 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | GTI |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |