2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3454 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |