2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
