1996 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 9 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 584 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | FR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |