1994 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Civic 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Honda Nissan
Model Civic X-Trail
Year Released 1994 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1290 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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