2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
