2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 6 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2436 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |