2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Vibe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |