2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
