2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Altima | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Altima | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.7 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |