2005 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | FR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |