2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1802 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
