2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |