2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (334 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2005 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. 2005 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1252 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
