2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 322 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |