2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
