2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 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 Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
