2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |