2008 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |