2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 999 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.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 515 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |