2001 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Xterra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |