Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Accord | Audi A5 / S5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 207 kW@6200 342 Nm@4900 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 260 kW@6800 441 Nm@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,813 mm | 4,625 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,598 kg | 1,765 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 64 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 993 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,496 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 914 mm | 31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,242 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 856 mm | 0 mm | 856 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 388 L | 340 L | 48 L |
2017 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2018 | Back in the day, Hondas weren't roomy by any absolute yardstick, but were surprisingly capacious considering their small exterior dimensions. Honda knew how to make the most of a small package. The Accord grew dramatically over the years. The second-generation 1982 sedan that put the model on the map (literally, they were everywhere) was 173.6 inches long and 65.0 inches wide, on a 96.5-inch wheelbase. The eighth-generation 2008 Accord was over 20 inches longer and 7.7 inches wider, on a 110.2-inch wheelbase. For the ninth-generation Accord, Honda regained enough of its former space efficiency skills to maintain interior space while slightly shrinking the car's exterior. For the tenth-generation car, they've pulled off a magic trick. Even though the new Accord is 0.3 inches less lengthy, Honda managed to increase total legroom by 1.7 inches. A two-inch wheelbase stretch contributed; to reduce overall length Honda trimmed the car's overhangs. Rear seat passengers now enjoy over 40 inches of rear legroom, a dramatic 2.4 inches more than in the Camry. They will feel like they're in a limo. What's the catch? Well, those rear seat occupants best not have tall torsos. The lower (by six-tenths of an inch), sleeker roof line cuts into rear headroom. The Camry provides another 0.7 inches for the heads of rear passengers. This might not sound like much until you have a rear seat passenger a bit over six feet in height. Also, Honda only managed as much rear headroom as it did by positioning the rear seat cushion somewhat low to the floor. Some--but not many--competitors have more comfortably positioned rear seat cushions. I'll note here that the new Accord also has a larger trunk than last year's Accord, the Camry, and every other competitor--but most are within a cubic foot. I'd trade a cubic foot for the interior trunk handle they appear to have considered, then left off the car. Keep the car clean or you'll dirty a hand closing the lid. see full Honda Accord review |
2017 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 278-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
There is not quite enough adjustment in the front seat for me. I feel there is an un-natural curve in the front seat that I can't remove with the lumbar support. I sit on a folded towel to get the curve of the seat in the right place for my back. I'm 5'11" if that puts it into perspective for you. The steering wheel should telescope out more for optimal arm position and the orientation of the HUGE speedometer makes it get chopped in half by the steering wheel. No digital speedo readout on this model. Note that the touring gauges are a little different than the standard V6. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable seating, especially with S-line package see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
Awesome for a tall large-framed driver, with great armrests. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Not room enough for sufficient leg space for both front and rear passengers at the same time. Rear seat room is tight. Makes you want to avoid having rear passengers in the car. Typical for a 2-door. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Its a coupe. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
barely fit an adult, good for toddlers only see full Audi A5 / S5 review |