1996 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | FX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
