2006 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |