Design Specifications
| Item | Measurement | Qualification | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS: 4-door | Overall length | 4,470 mm (176.0 in.) | |
| Overall width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in.) | ||
| Overall height | 1,440 mm (56.7 in.) | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm (103.1 in.) | ||
| Track | Front | 1,465 mm (57.7 in.) | |
| Rear | 1,470 mm (57.9 in.) | ||
| Ground clearance | 104 mm (4.10 in.) | ||
| Seating capacity | Five (5) | ||
| DIMENSIONS: 2-door | Overall length | 4,438 mm (174.7 in.) | |
| Overall width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in.) | ||
| Overall height | 1,399 mm (55.1 in.) | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm (103.1 in.) | ||
| Track | Front | 1,470 mm (57.9 in.) | |
| Rear | 1,470 mm (57.9 in.) | ||
| Ground clearance | 104 mm (4.10 in.) | ||
| Seating capacity | Five (5) | ||
| WEIGHT (U.S.A.) | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 4-door (GVWR) | DX, DX-VP (2005 model) | 3,370 lbs |
| LX, LX-SE (2005 model), LX with Car Sharing (Car Link) (2005 model) | 3,395 lbs | ||
| EX, EX-SE (2005 model) | 3,505 lbs | ||
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2-door (GVWR) | DX, DX-VP (2005 model) | 3,375 lbs | |
| LX, LX-SE (2005 model), HX | 3,395 lbs | ||
| EX, EX-SE (2005 model) | 3,505 lbs | ||
| WEIGHT (CANADA) | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 4-door (GVWR) | DX, DX-PKG1 (2001-2004 models), DX-SE (2005 model) | 1,530 kg |
| DX-PKG2 (2001-2004 models), LX, LX-PKG1 (2001-2004 models), Si, Si-A (2005 model) | 1,540 kg | ||
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2-door (GVWR) | DX, DX-PKG (2001-2004 models), DX-AC, DX-SE (2005 model), REVERB (2005 model) | 1,540 kg | |
| LX | 1,560 kg | ||
| Si (2001-2004 models), Si-SP PKG (2001-2004 models), Si-G (2005 model), Si-GA (2005 model) | 1,600 kg | ||
| ENGINE | Type | D17A2, D17A6 engines | Water-cooled, 4-stroke SOHC VTEC gasoline engine |
| D17A1 engine | Water-cooled, 4-stroke SOHC gasoline engine | ||
| Cylinder arrangement | Inline 4-cylinder, transverse | ||
| Bore and stroke | 75.0 x 94.4 mm (2.95 x 3.72 in.) | ||
| Displacement | 1,668 cm 3 (mL) (101.7 cu in.) | ||
| Compression ratio | D17A2, D17A6 engines | 9.9 | |
| D17A1 engine | 9.5 | ||
| Valve train | D17A2, D17A6 engines | Belt driven, SOHC VTEC 4 valves per cylinder | |
| D17A1 engine | Belt driven, SOHC 4 valves per cylinder | ||
| Lubrication system | Forced, wet sump, with trochoid pump | ||
| Oil pump displacement | At 6,000 rpm | 36.4 L (38.5 US qt, 32.0 lmp qt)/minute | |
| Water pump displacement | At 6,000 rpm | 130 L (137 US qt, 114 lmp qt)/minute | |
| Fuel required | UNLEADED gasoline with 86 pump octane number or higher | ||
| STARTER | Type | Gear reduction | |
| Normal output | M/T | 1.0 kW | |
| A/T | 1.2 kW | ||
| Normal voltage | 12 V | ||
| Hour rating | 30 seconds | ||
| Direction of rotation | Clockwise as viewed from gear end | ||
| CLUTCH | Clutch | M/T | Single plate dry, diaphragm spring |
| A/T | Torque converter. | ||
| CVT | Multi-plate Wet sump, hydraulic | ||
| Clutch friction material surface area | M/T | 176 cm 2 (24.8 sq in.) | |
| MANUAL TRANSMISSION | Type | Synchronized, 5-speed forward/reverse | |
| Primary reduction | Direct 1:1 | ||
| Gear ratio | 1st | DX, LX, HX: 3.461, EX, SI: 3.142 | |
| 2nd | 1.869, HX: 1.750 | ||
| 3rd | 1.241, HX: 1.166 | ||
| 4th | 0.969, HX: 0.857 | ||
| 5th | DX, LX, HX: 0.710, EX, SI: 0.756 | ||
| Reverse | 3.230 | ||
| Final reduction | Type | Single helical gear | |
| Gear ratio | DX, LX: 4.111, EX, SI: 4.411, HX: 3.842 | ||
| AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | Type | Electronically controlled automatic, 4-speed forward, 1 reverse | |
| Primary reduction | Direct 1:1 | ||
| Gear ratio | 1st | 2.722 | |
| 2nd | 1.516 | ||
| 3rd | 0.975 | ||
| 4th | DX, LX: 0.673, EX: 0.638 | ||
| Reverse | 1.955 | ||
| Final reduction | Type | Single helical gear | |
| Gear ratio | DX, LX: 4.066, EX, SI: 4.357 | ||
| CVT | Type | Electronically controlled automatic, 4-speed forward, 1 reverse | |
| Primary reduction | Direct 1; 1 | ||
| Gear ratio | Low-High | 2.466-0.449 | |
| Reverse | 2.466 | ||
| Final reduction | Type | Single helical gear | |
| Gear ratio | 4.582 | ||
| STEERING | Type | Power-assisted rack and pinion | |
| Overall ratio | 14.49 | ||
| Turns, lock-to-lock | 2.83 | ||
| Steering wheel diameter | 380 mm (15.0 in.) | ||
| SUSPENSION | Type | Front | Independent strut with stabilizer, coil spring |
| Rear | Double wishbone | ||
| Shock absorber | Front and rear | Telescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas-filled | |
| WHEEL ALIGNMENT | Camber | Front | 0°00' |
| Rear | 0°45' | ||
| Caster | Front | 2001-2002 models: 1°33' | |
| 2003-2005 models: 2° 14' | |||
| Total Toe-in | Front | 0 mm (0 in.) | |
| Rear | 2 mm (1/16 in.) | ||
| BRAKES | Type of service brake | Front | Power-assisted self-adjusting ventilated disc |
| Rear | Power-assisted self-adjusting solid drum | ||
| Type of parking brake | Mechanical actuating, rear wheels | ||
| Pad friction surface area | Front | 35 cm 2 x 2 (5.4 sq in. x 2) | |
| Shoe friction surface area | Rear | 67 cm 2 x 2 (10.3 sq in. x 2) | |
| TIRES | Size of front and rear tires | U.S.: DX, HX, LX CANADA: DX, LX (2001-2003 models) | P185/70R14 87S |
| U.S.: EX CANADA: Si (2001-2003 models) | P185/65R15 86H | ||
| U.S.: DX, HX CANADA: DX (2004 model), DX, DX-AC, REVERB (2005 model) | P185/70R14 87S | ||
| U.S.: LX, EX CANADA: LX, Si (2004 model), LX, Si-G, Si-GA (2005 model) | P195/60R15 87H | ||
| Size of spare tires | U.S.: DX, HX, LX CANADA: DX, LX (2001-2003 models) | T115/70D14 88M | |
| U.S.: EX, LX with ABS CANADA: Si, DX, LX with ABS (2001-2003 models) | T125/70D15 95M | ||
| U.S.: DX, LX, HX CANADA: DX (2004 model), DX, DX-AC, REVERB (2005 model) | T115/70D14 88M | ||
| U.S.: EX, LX with ABS CANADA: Si, DX, LX with ABS (2004 model), Si-G, Si-GA, DX, LX (2005 model) | T125/70D15 95M | ||
| AIR CONDITIONING | Cooling capacity | 3,870 kcal/h (15,400 BTU/h) | |
| Compressor | Type/manufacturer | Scroll/SANDEN | |
| Number of cylinders | |||
| Capacity | 85.7 mL/rev. (5.23 cu in./rev.) | ||
| Maximum speed | 12,000 rpm | ||
| Lubricant capacity | 130 mL (41/3 fl oz) | ||
| Lubricant type | SANDEN: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01 AH or 38899-P13-A01) | ||
| Condenser | Type | Corrugated fin | |
| Evaporator | Type | Corrugated fin | |
| Blower | Type | Radial fan | |
| Motor input | 190 W/12 V | ||
| Speed control | 9-speed | ||
| Maximum capacity | 480 m 3 /h (16,900 cu ft/h) | ||
| Temperature control | Air-mix type | ||
| Compressor clutch | Type | Dry, single plate, Poly-V belt drive | |
| Electrical power consumption at 68°F (20°C) | 42 W maximum at 12 V | ||
| Refrigerant | Type | HFC-134a (R-134a) | |
| Quantity | 500-550 g (17.5-19.5 oz) | ||
| ELECTRICAL RATINGS | Battery | 12 V-36 AH/5 hours | |
| Starter | DENSO | 12 V-1.0 kW | |
| MITSUBA | 12 V-1.2 kW | ||
| Alternator | 12V-70A | ||
| Fuses | Under-hood fuse/relay box | 80A, 40A, 30A, 20A, 15A, 7.5A | |
| Under-dash fuse/relay box | 20A, 15A, 10A, 7.5A | ||
| Light bulbs | Headlight high beam | 12V-60W | |
| Headlight low beam (2001-2003 models) | 12V-55W | ||
| Headlight low beam (2004-2005 models) | 12V-51W | ||
| Front turn signal/ Front side marker lights | 12V-2V5W | ||
| Front parking lights | 12V-5W | ||
| Rear turn signal lights (2001-2003 models) | 12 V-21 W (4-door), 12 V-27 W (2-door) | ||
| Rear turn signal lights (2004-2005 models) | 12V-21W | ||
| Brake/taillights | 12V-21/5 W | ||
| Inner taillight (4-door) | 12V-5W | ||
| Rear side marker light (2-door) | 12V-3.8W | ||
| High-mount brake light | 12 V-21 W | ||
| Back-up lights (2001-2003 models) | 12 V-21 W (4-door), 12 V-16 W (2-door) | ||
| Back-up lights (2004-2005 models) | 12 V-21 W (4-door), 12 V-18 W (2-door) | ||
| License plate light | 12V-5W | ||
| Ceiling light | 12 V-8 W, 12 V-5 W (with moonroof) | ||
| Rear ceiling light (with moonroof) | 12 V-8 W (4-door), 12 V-8 W (2-door) | ||
| Trunk lights | 12V-5W | ||
| Spotlights | 12 V-8 W, 12 V-5 W (with moonroof) | ||
| Gauge lights | 14V-1.4W | ||
| Indicator lights | 12V-1.12W |
Design Specifications Table