2000 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
