1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti J30 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | J30 | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |