2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 265 kg more 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1982 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |