2005 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Honda Civic

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti M 2011 Honda Civic
Make Infiniti Honda
Model M Civic
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4503 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1753 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L


 

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