2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | QX56 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 127 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
