2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Splash |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
