2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Civic and 2007 Nissan Versa are equipped with a 1,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (121 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2007 Nissan Versa 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. 2007 Nissan Versa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
