2011 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2002 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2002 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1201 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
