2008 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |