2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 232 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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 (337 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
