2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |