2001 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 588 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |