2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
