2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Versa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1067 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |