2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
