2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3824 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |