2008 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 514 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda That | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | That |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
