2000 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 130 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | QX4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |