2010 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.

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, 2012 Honda Accord (350 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Honda Civic 2012 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Accord
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 148 HP
Torque 127 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors


 

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