2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback 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 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |