2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
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 Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
