2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Tacoma | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |