2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 166 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
