2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
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, 2002 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | I |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |