2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 199 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |