2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 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 Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Rogue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |