2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |