1999 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 652 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2885 mm |
