2012 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Tocsa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa.

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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Tocsa has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Honda Accord 2008 Daewoo Tocsa
Make Honda Daewoo
Model Accord Tocsa
Year Released 2012 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 153 HP
Torque 344 Nm 237 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 5-speed automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4805 mm
Vehicle Width 1847 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1476 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2799 mm 2700 mm


 

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