2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Terrano | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Terrano | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |