2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |