2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I35 (255 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Infiniti I35 (334 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | I35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
