2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 568 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Micra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
