2003 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |