1997 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | I |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
