1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | QX4 | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |