2005 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2006 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |