2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
