2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sentra (237 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |