2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |