2009 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
