1997 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 820 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.
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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 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 | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
