1996 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 713 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Sharan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |