1998 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Isuzu Hombre

To start off, both 1998 Honda Accord and 1998 Isuzu Hombre were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Hombre is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 1998 Isuzu Hombre 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 1998 Isuzu Hombre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Hombre (190 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm). This means 1998 Isuzu Hombre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Isuzu Hombre has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Hombre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Accord 1998 Isuzu Hombre
Make Honda Isuzu
Model Accord Hombre
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1849 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 0 HP
Torque 158 Nm 190 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2760 mm


 

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