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Honda Accord VII Coupe (facelift 2005) 2.4 i-VTEC (166 Hp) Automatic
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Honda Accord:
The Honda Accord , also known as the Honda Inspire in Japan and China for certain generations, is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, best known for its four-door sedan variant, which has been one of the best-selling cars in the United States since 1989. The Accord nameplate has been applied to a variety of vehicles worldwide, including coupes, station wagons, hatchbacks, and a Honda Crosstour crossover....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VII Coupe (facelift 2005) Overview:
Honda Accord (VII Coupe (facelift 2005)). With 217 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1429 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 i-VTEC (166 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate and smooth power delivery for daily driving, with the automatic transmission prioritizing comfort and ease of use over outright sportiness.
Fuel Economy
Provides decent fuel economy for a mid-size coupe, especially on highway cruises, making it a practical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Honda reliability and build quality
- • Engaging VTEC engines, especially the V6
- • Comfortable ride and refined interior for its class
- • Sporty coupe styling with a practical trunk
- • Good handling dynamics for a front-wheel-drive coupe
Cons:
- • Rear drum brakes on 2.4L models (less effective than discs)
- • Interior design can feel dated by modern standards
- • V6 fuel economy is a significant trade-off for power
- • Limited rear seat space typical of a coupe
- • Automatic transmission can feel less engaging than manual
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X (facelift 2020): October, 2020 - November, 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | VII Coupe (facelift 2005) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i-VTEC (166 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2005 |
| End of production: | August, 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 166 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.5 Hp/l [211mm less] |
| Torque: | 217 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K24A8 More details about the engine K24A8 |
| Engine displacement: | 2354 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV-2 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1416-1443 |
| Max. weight: | 1850-1870 |
| Max load: | 427-434 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 371 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64.7 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4770 mm mm [211mm less] |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm [52mm less] |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm [35mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [160mm less] |
| Front track: | 1553 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1554 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 282 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15; 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 15; 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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