2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 209 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |