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 (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 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 366 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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 G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | G |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |