2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2011 Nissan NP300. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | NP300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |