2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |