2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Corolla
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 130 HP
Torque 336 Nm 171 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1157 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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