1999 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | X-Trail | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
