2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
