2006 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2438 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |