2002 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
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 140 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 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 690 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). 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:
2002 Honda Civic | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |