Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Mercury Milan | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.4 in | -1.1 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 190.2 in | -13.5 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 72.2 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 55.8 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3303 lb. | -391 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 57.4 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 54.0 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 56.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 53.3 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.0 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
great support. the sides basically hold you - which is important because the car can generate serious g-forces going around corners see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Frankly, the best seats I have sat in outside of a couple BMW Ms. Supportive, well bolstered with good lateral support. Also good support for the lower back for long drives. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
very comfortable to drive see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Perfect fit for me! Very comfortable see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I fit pretty nicely in the civic without completing eliminating the backseat behind me. see full Honda Civic review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have driven for as long as 12 hours in one sitting behind the wheel (only getting out for gas) and it felt fine. It is a firmer seat then some luxury cars, but for the economy level cars, it is a great seat. see full Honda Civic review |
2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Seat needs an adjustable lumber support. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
back seat? maybe for a child on a short trip. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Active headrest was and is too far forward for comfort. This casues headaches for some people - incldung my wife. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
All cars sold in northern climes should have heated seats at least optional. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not comfortable for tall people in the rear seat. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Rear seat does not fold down see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate although better than in the past see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate, seats could have more support see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Felt less comfortable than the Prius. see full Honda Civic review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is tiny. Period. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I needed to fit 3 child car seats in the back, which it does better than my VW Passat it replaced. see full Mercury Milan review |
2009 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
My head was squashed into the roof. Could not adjust seat to find a tolerable position. see full Mercury Milan review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I felt very constrained in all movements. see full Mercury Milan review |