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Honda Accord (2008) vs. Honda Accord (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Honda Accord and 2012 Honda Accord specs.

2008 Honda Accord and 2012 Honda Accord Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Honda Accord Honda Accord  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
268 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@5000
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
271 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 110.2 in 0 in
Length 194.1 in 194.1 in 0 in
Width 72.7 in 72.7 in 0 in
Height 58.1 in 58.1 in 0 in
Curb Weight 3600 lb. 3553 lb. 47 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 18.5 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.4 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 58.2 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.6 in 56.6 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 42.5 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 38.5 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 56.4 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.3 in 54.3 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.2 in 0 in
Total Legroom 79.7 in (over 2 rows) 79.7 in (over 2 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume 14.0 ft3 14.0 ft3 0 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Accord

2008 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 271-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Placement and tactile feel. see full Honda Accord review
2009 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Even with the front driver and passenger seats move all the way to the back of their tracks and reclined somewhat, there is still plenty of legroom for backseat passengers (even 6 footers). This is really a full size sedan and not a mid-size. see full Honda Accord review
2009 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Front seats offer plenty of range of motion. They are comfortable for extended periods of time. Side bolsters are not too soft, not to rigid. Just right. see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
I like the support in the "love handle" area. see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
you can control the driver seat position electrically and in 6 directions see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
electric seats, navigation touch screen, vocal commands see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Lots of room for two adults see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
This sedan has the most comfort of any sedan I have been in. Others may have had a little more room like the camry but the accord was more comfortable. I am also 6 foot 4 and plenty of head room. see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
lots of room. after sitting for a while, you have enough room to readjust yourself because of how much room there is. see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
its comfortable for driving for a long period of time. see full Honda Accord review
2008 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Coupe 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
The coupe has little back seat room. see full Honda Accord review
2008 2dr Coupe 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
The seats could go further back providing more leg room. see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
not enough space for knees if a person is ober 180 cm see full Honda Accord review
2008 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Backache see full Honda Accord review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda Accord

2012 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Compared to any midsize sedan, the Accord Coupe's rear seat is tight and difficult to get into and out of. At 5-9 I can sit behind myself, but with only an inch between my scalp and the rear window and about the same between my knees and the front seat back. The rear seat is only in the "whys" here because it's being compared to the rear seats in other coupes, including the Hyundai's, and these are even tighter. Same story with cargo capacity. The Accord Coupe's 13.7 cubic-foot trunk would be marginally competitive in a midsize sedan, but it compares very well to those in other coupes. The Genesis Coupe checks in at 10.0. see full Honda Accord review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda Accord

2012 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Another reason I'm glad I got the EX model. The power lumbar on the drivers seat is my backs best friend. Even after 16 hour days and 1100 miles, my back is fine. Excellent seats! see full Honda Accord review
2011 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
6'4" and plenty of head and leg room. Leather seats and lumbar support fit me well. see full Honda Accord review
2012 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 278-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Many reviews online state how comforable the seats are in the Accord, I cannot agree with them. I have owned a 2013 Altima as well and it is much more comfortable, but that car has a stability problem on the highway. see full Honda Accord review
2013 4dr Sedan 185-horsepower 2.4L I4
CVT FWD
Front headrests are inclined too far forward, making the seats very uncomfortable for shorter drivers. Drivers taller than 6'3" won't have a problem. But as a shorter driver, the uncomfortable seats have caused extreme upper back pain. see full Honda Accord review
 
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