2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |