2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 1400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |