2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 511 kg more 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2204 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
