1998 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Civic | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
