2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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 Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |