2008 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota 4Runner | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | 4Runner | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |