1996 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |