2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord 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 76 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cube |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |