2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 6 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.
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 Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |