2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2004 Nissan Sentra 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. 2004 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |