2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | 350Z | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
