2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 238 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 Chevrolet SSR 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 Chevrolet SSR. 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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2004 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model SSR Civic
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1335 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 42 L


 

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