2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | FR-V | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |