2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 662 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |