2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
