2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 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 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 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
