2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2009 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model CR-V Accord
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.1 mm 96.9 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1193 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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