2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sentra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1258 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
