1998 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |