2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 479 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 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
