2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |