2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 190 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2008 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Accord
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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