2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 1400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 97 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |