2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Touareg | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |