1994 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 475 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
