2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Ecosport
To start off, 2012 Ford Ecosport is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ecosport.
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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (170 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ecosport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
