2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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. Both 2008 Honda Accord and 2009 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 763 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 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
