2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Altima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |