2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 49 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Micra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |