2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |