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Honda Accord V (CC7) 2.0i S (131 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)
V (CC7) Overview:
Honda Accord (V (CC7)). With 178 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1295 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0i S (131 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine, offering a noticeable improvement in responsiveness and acceleration over the base model, suitable for mixed driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the 115 Hp variant, but still respectable given the increased power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Honda reliability and durability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for its class
- • Smooth ride quality and predictable handling
- • Good build quality and material longevity
- • Range of efficient and capable engines
Cons:
- • Base engine can feel underpowered for some
- • Styling might be considered conservative or bland by some
- • Lacks modern safety features (due to its age)
- • Interior design is functional but not luxurious
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Coupe (CC1): 1991 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | V (CC7) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i S (131 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 131 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.6 Hp/l [10mm less] |
| Torque: | 178 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F20Z1 More details about the engine F20Z1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| 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: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 101.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1295 |
| Max. weight: | 1820 |
| Max load: | 525 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4675 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 1715 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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