2005 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
