2008 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |