2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
