2009 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2011 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
