2008 Nissan Note 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 Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Note would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Note has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Note will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Note 2010 Honda Accord
Make Nissan Honda
Model Note Accord
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1239 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 70 L