2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 901 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
