2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2008 Porsche 911
Make Honda Porsche
Model Accord 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2354 cc 3595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Torque 220 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 67 L


 

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