1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 98 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Odyssey | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |