2006 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Transporter | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
