2008 Infiniti M vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | M | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
