2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2002 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | I |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |