2006 Ford GT vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Ford GT and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford 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 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
