2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
