2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |