2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (360 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 287 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 2012 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
