1997 Honda Today vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Today | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
