2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3187 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
