2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | FX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |