2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |