2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 277 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | S-Max | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
