yep. should give you a good idea. even if the wheels not the same brand/look as what you want, as long as the offset, width. etc. is the same, then you should be good to go.
17x7 with a +40mm offset will fit your car. i have a set of rims with the same specs on my 03 civic. no rubbing or turning issues at all and my car is lowered with eibach springs. if they were really 17x8, that may be a tough fit. you should also check out http://www.civicforums.com/forums. plenty of information based on the 2001-2005 honda civics.