2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Vamos | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |