2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 313 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
