2001 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Infiniti I

To start off, both 2001 Honda Civic and 2001 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2001 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Civic 2001 Infiniti I
Make Honda Infiniti
Model Civic I
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1672 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2760 mm


 

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