2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2009 Ford Falcon 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. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
