2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
