2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
