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 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 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 33 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |