2009 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 341 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | HR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |