2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Holden Caprice

To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Caprice (278 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.

Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden Caprice. 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, 2006 Holden Caprice (350 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2006 Holden Caprice
Make Honda Holden
Model Civic Caprice
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1803 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 140 HP 278 HP
Torque 174 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9.9 L/100km


 

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