2009 Nissan NP300 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 NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | NP300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
