2009 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1999 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |