2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |