1998 Honda Civic vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 653 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.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Terrain |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2857 mm |