2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 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 2004 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
