2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |