2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |