2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 224 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |