2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |