2004 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 1998 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |