2001 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 474 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.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2008 Infiniti M 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. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
