2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Highlander | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |