2011 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti FX would be higher. Both 2011 Infiniti FX and 2012 Honda Accord are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX 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 2011 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti FX | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | FX | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1886 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |