2001 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
