2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |