2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Civic | Fortwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |