2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 154 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | I |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
