2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 730 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 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
