2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 2007 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | QX56 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
