2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 157 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3949 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |