2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Terrain |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |