2006 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | VehiCross |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |