2002 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 438 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |