1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Honda Civic

To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 842 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey (328 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Odyssey 2002 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Odyssey Civic
Year Released 1999 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1667 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 153 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 1114 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2750 mm


 

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