2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Tata Safari

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.

Because 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2005 Tata Safari
Make Honda Tata
Model Accord Safari
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 268 HP 135 HP
Torque 336 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2660 mm


 

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