2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Auris 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 176 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Auris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |