2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | CR-V | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
