2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
