2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 870 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
