2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Accord | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
