2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive vs. 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L

To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive and 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 Coupe 3.5 EX-L (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive. 2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2.4i VTec Executive 2008 Honda Accord Coupe 3.5 EX-L
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Accord
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 269 HP
Torque 220 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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