2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2013 Acura TL 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. 2013 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
