2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 912 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2902 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |