2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Infiniti QX56 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 2004 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2004 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | QX56 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 149 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |