2004 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |