2012 Nissan NV vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2012 Nissan NV and 2012 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | NV | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1460 mm |
