2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 890 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
