2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2953 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
