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Honda Civic (2006) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Honda Civic and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2006 Honda Civic and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2006 2013  
Model Honda Civic Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
197 hp@7800
139 lb-ft@6200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,488 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,753 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,321 kg 1,509 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 55 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 998 mm -997 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,364 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,318 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 950 mm 978 mm -28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,295 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 902 mm -23 mm
Total Legroom 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 340 L 425 L -85 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.0 1,303 L 11

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Honda Civic

2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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