2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 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 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | NP300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2389 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |