2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 346 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, 2011 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 2011 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 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
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 | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |