2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac SV 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac SV 6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | SV 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |