2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 636 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
