2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero. 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 (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1265 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
