2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Outback | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
