2001 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 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 G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 G37 (366 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | G37 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
