2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 806 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 246 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |