2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (300 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (353 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2007 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | G35 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
