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 250 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 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 | 1334 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |