2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | NV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
