2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum

To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Toyota Quantum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.

Because 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 2006 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2006 Toyota Quantum
Make Honda Toyota
Model Civic Quantum
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2494 cc
Horse Power 138 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 260 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 93.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 18.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 14 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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