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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V.

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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 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 2354 cc 2353 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L