2006 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 4511 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
