2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Mazda MPV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MPV. 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, 2008 Mazda MPV (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |