2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 JOURNEY | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 78 L |
