2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 4 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 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 | 146 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |