2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 112 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |