2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura CSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Acura CSX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | CSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |