2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 193 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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | FR-V | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |