2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |