1996 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1996 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |