2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 547 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 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pickup |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |