2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Optra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
