2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | X-Trail | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
