2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2008 Infiniti M 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. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
