1996 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.

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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Civic 2003 Honda Pilot
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Pilot
Year Released 1996 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1114 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm


 

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