2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |