2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Orlando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |