2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |