Which consumes more fuel, the Accord 230 or 260?
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The Accord 230 consumes more fuel than the 260. The actual fuel consumption of the Accord 230 is 9.8 liters per 100 kilometers, while the 260 consumes 8.9 liters per 100 kilometers. Taking the 2018 Accord 230 as an example, it is a mid-size car with body dimensions of 4893mm in length, 1862mm in width, 1449mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2830mm. The 2018 Accord 230 features a MacPherson independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 177 PS, a maximum torque of 230 Nm, and a maximum power of 130 kW.
I find the fuel consumption difference between the Accord 230 and 260 quite interesting. Although both use a 1.5T engine, the 260 version has about 20 more horsepower, offering better power reserves. In my daily driving, the 260 consumes about half a liter more fuel than the 230 in city traffic, roughly 8.5L/100km compared to 8L/100km. The lower-powered version is more fuel-efficient at low speeds. However, the gap narrows on highways, with both dropping below 7L/100km. A friend who owns the 230 often mentions needing to press the accelerator harder when overtaking, which raises RPMs and consumes more fuel. In contrast, my 260 has quicker turbo response and more precise throttle control, making the extra fuel cost and driving enjoyment balance out quite well overall.
