2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 630 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 2011 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 2011 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | G37 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
