2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Primera | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
