2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Versa | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Versa | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |