2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 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 2003 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |