1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 785 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2002 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |