1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 116 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, 2005 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| 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 | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
