2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
