2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 2,000 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 Subaru XV Crosstrek (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2635 mm |
