2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | I |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |