2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
