2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Captiva. 2008 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |