2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 283 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 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
