2002 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (158 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Almera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
