2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 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 | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |