2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 584 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |