1997 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic. 2001 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Xterra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |