2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FR-V | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
