2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2003 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Micra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
