2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |