2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1414 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | QX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3075 mm |
