2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1531 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
