2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Titan | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 313 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |