2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 M. 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 M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2011 Infiniti M 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 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
