2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |