2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 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 94 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
