1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |