2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Odyssey and 2008 Honda Accord are equipped with a 3,471 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Odyssey | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |