2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 666 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
