2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 757 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Donkervoort D8 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 2002 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
