2007 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Previa. 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |