2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |