2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 33 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
