1999 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
