2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Versa | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
