2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 22 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
