2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 521 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota MR2 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 2008 Toyota MR2. 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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |