This auto review blog page for 08-09 Honda Accord car describes US model Honda Accord Sedan's detailed engine, transmission, powertrain, body, chassis & suspension specifications(specs) for different variant(trims) of Accord.
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| click photo to enlarge  ENGINE & BODY SPECIFICATIONS: 2008 Honda Accord Sedan 2008 Accord Powertrain All 2008 Honda Accord engines deliver increased horsepower across the board, along with high fuel efficiency and low emissions. In total, these power plants represent the most powerful and advanced technologies of any Accord in history, and are also projected to deliver excellent real-world fuel economy performance. All engines only require regular unleaded fuel. |
Engine: 2008 Honda Accord Specifications
| Engineering Specs | ||||
| LX / LX-P | EX / EX-L | EX V-6 | EX-L V-6 | |
| Engine Type | In-Line 4-Cylinder | V-6 | ||
| Engine Block/Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | |||
| Displacement (cc) | 2354 | 3471 | ||
| Horsepower @ rpm | 177 @ 6500 | 190 @ 7000 | 268 @ 6200 | |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) | 161 @ 4300 | 162 @ 4400 | 248 @ 5000 | |
| Bore and Stroke (mm) | 87 x 99 | 89 x 93 | ||
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 : 1 | |||
| Redline | 6800 | 7100 | 6800 | |
| Valve Train | 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® | 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® | ||
| Multi-Point Fuel Injection | Standard | |||
| Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System | Standard | |||
| Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | Standard | |||
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | Standard | |||
| CARB Emissions Rating | ULEV-2/PZEV* | |||
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | Standard | |||
| 100K +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups† | Standard | |||
Transmission: 2008 Honda Accord Specifications
| Transmission Specs | ||||
| LX / LX-P | EX / EX-L | EX V-6 | EX-L V-6 | |
| 5-Speed Manual Transmission | Standard | |||
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission (available) | Standard | |||
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission | Standard | |||
| Body-Suspension-Chassis: 2008 Honda Accord Specs 2008 Accord Suspension & Chassis A performance-inspired double-wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension are designed to provide world-class chassis dynamics. The Accord Sedan wheelbase of 110.2 inches is 2.3 inches longer than the 2007 model, while the 62.2-inch front/rear track is 1.1 and 1.0 inches wider, respectively. Ultimately, the suspension design with wider tire sizes, standard ABS and standard Vehicle Stability Assist is intended to enhance driver confidence and handling performance. | |
| Body/Suspension/Chassis | ||||
| LX / LX-P | EX / EX-L | EX V-6 | EX-L V-6 | |
| Unit-Body Construction | Standard | |||
| Double Wishbone Front Suspension | Standard | |||
| Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension | Standard | |||
| Stabilizer Bar (mm., front/rear) | 26.5 / 13.0 | 26.5 / 14.0 | ||
| Front Shock Tower Bar | Standard | |||
| Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering | Standard | |||
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 2.56 | |||
| Steering Ratio | 13.08 | |||
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) | 37.7 | |||
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.) | 11.1 / 11.1 | 11.8 / 11.1 | ||
| Wheels | 16" with Full Covers (LX) 16" Alloy (LX-P) | 17" Alloy | ||
| All-Season Tires | P215/60 R16 94H | P225/50 R17 93V | ||
