2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
