2011 Infiniti M 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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 399 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 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2012 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:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | M | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1843 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
