2002 Toyota FXS 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 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Because 2002 Toyota FXS 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 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota FXS | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | FXS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4290 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
