1994 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Xterra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 381 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |