1996 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 59 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
