2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
