2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 2 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |