1998 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2013 Infiniti G has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
