2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX 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 2010 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | EX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |