2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 2,489 cc, 2006 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2006 Suzuki Verona has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Suzuki Verona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Verona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2489 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |