2012 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 281 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord Crosstour | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1763 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |