2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 350Z (354 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 354 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |