2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 602 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Armada | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |