1994 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 229 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Transporter |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |