2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 858 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2008 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Frontier | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |