2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |