2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 171 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
