2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Proton Satria. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2006 Proton Satria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Satria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
