2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 459 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Accord | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 298 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |