1998 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 430 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |