1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | G35 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
