2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |