2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | HR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |