2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Accord (217 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
