Honda is the largest engine maker in the world (cars, motorcycles, marine, portable generators, etc.) and has a high reputation tight QC. I used to work for an upstream Honda parts supplier. If you have the money, Honda is a good choice.
Now, if you still end up with a shitty car - that's just bad luck. In the industry, Honda dealer will say that's a "Friday Car" (hourly rated production worker more concerned looking at his watch than his work.)
Cheers!