1997 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |