2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |