2006 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | J30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2960 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
