2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
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 Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Terrano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |