2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda Fit
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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
