2001 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |