2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti FX | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | FX | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |