2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Primera weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2003 Nissan Primera 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. 2003 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Primera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |