1997 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |