2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |