2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2005 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Civic
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L