2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Versa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |