2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
