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Honda Accord VII (North America) 3.0 V6 VTEC (240 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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 (North America) Overview:
Honda Accord (VII (North America)). With 287 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1520 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 VTEC (240 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers strong, refined acceleration and effortless highway passing power, transforming the Accord into a more premium and capable cruiser.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a V6 of its era, but understandably less efficient than the 4-cylinder, especially in urban settings.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability across all powertrains.
- • Comfortable and spacious interior, suitable for families.
- • Good fuel economy, especially with the 4-cylinder engine.
- • Refined and powerful V6 engine option.
- • Strong resale value and low cost of ownership.
Cons:
- • Base 4-cylinder engine can feel underpowered when fully loaded.
- • Some automatic transmission issues reported in earlier models (though improved from 6th gen).
- • Road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds.
- • Conservative styling may not appeal to all buyers.
- • Hybrid model's complexity and battery longevity concerns.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X: December, 2017 - October, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | VII (North America) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 VTEC (240 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 2002 |
| End of production: | August, 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 240 Hp @ 6250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.1 Hp/l [69mm less] |
| Torque: | 287 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J30A4 More details about the engine J30A4 |
| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV-2 ULEV |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 159.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 190.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1504-1536 |
| Max. weight: | 1950 |
| Max load: | 414-446 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 396 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64.7 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4813 mm [69mm less] |
| Width: | 1814 mm [48mm less] |
| Height: | 1449 mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm [80mm less] |
| Front track: | 1553 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1554 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 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 | Disc, 259 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 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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