2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |