2008 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6.
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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
