2000 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 577 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.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | GT-R |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |