2006 Toyota Matrix vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Matrix | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Matrix | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |