2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
