1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |