2005 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Infiniti I.
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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1999 Infiniti I | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | I |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |