2002 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 556 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |