1997 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | Civic | 57 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |