1996 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.

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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Civic 2009 Honda Odyssey
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Odyssey
Year Released 1996 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4900 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 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3010 mm


 

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