2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 592 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
