2004 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Because 2008 Pontiac G8 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 2008 Pontiac G8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | G8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
