2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | QX56 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |