2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 131 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Patriot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |