2007 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 818 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Nano 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 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Nano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |