2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 11 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 388 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 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 2013 Infiniti IPL. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | IPL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
