2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |