2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,999 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1404 mm |