2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i10 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | i10 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |