2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 458 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |