2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 414 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.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
