2003 Honda Z vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 867 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Z | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
