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Honda Accord VIII 2.4i (177 Hp)
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)
VIII Overview:
Honda Accord (VIII). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1480 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.
The Honda Accord VIII demonstrated strong safety performance in Euro NCAP tests, achieving a commendable 5-star rating, particularly excelling in adult occupant protection.
2.4i (177 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers solid, dependable performance for daily driving, though less potent than the 201 Hp variant. Still a capable engine.
Fuel Economy
Expected to have moderate fuel economy, similar to the higher-output 2.4L, but with slightly less power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Honda reliability and build quality
- • Refined ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior
- • Engaging handling for its class
- • Efficient and powerful engine options (especially i-DTEC and 2.4i manual)
Cons:
- • Automatic transmissions can feel less responsive than rivals
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to newer competitors
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat limited
- • Some petrol engines can be thirsty (especially V6)
- • Styling might be considered conservative by some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII Wagon: 2003 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | VIII |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4i (177 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 177 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.2 Hp/l [24mm less] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 4300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K24Z2 More details about the engine K24Z2 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 148.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 464 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4726 mm [24mm less] |
| Width: | 1840 mm [80mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2705 mm [15mm less] |
| Front track: | 1580 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1580 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 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 | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
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