2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | Q45 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |