2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Fortuner (343 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
