2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 546 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 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |