2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |