2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Scion xB
To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Scion xB were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Scion xB. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (174 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xB. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2006 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Civic | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
