2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 253 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (245 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1404 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |