2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
