2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 137 kg more 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, 2006 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1386 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |