2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 990 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 925 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Honda | SSC |
| Model | Civic | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
