2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
