2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX 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 2011 Infiniti EX. 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |