2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |