2012 Nissan Cube vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Cube | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Cube | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1590 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 | 152 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4001 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |