2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 59 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.
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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Versa | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
