2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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 (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (142 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Matrix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |