2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 152 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2004 Toyota Camry 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. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2004 Toyota Camry
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Camry
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 223 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2730 mm