2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
