2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Splash would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
