2010 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4935 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |