2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.

Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 2010 Honda Accord
Make Nissan Honda
Model R 390 GT1 Accord
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 543 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1098 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2741 mm


 

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