1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (316 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |