1999 Honda Civic vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1272 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2012 GMC Acadia 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. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
