2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Note 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Note |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |