1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 694 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
