I'm 18 years old, i snowboard and do a lot of outdoor activities. I was going to get a larger car like maybe a small SUV but then decided not to because of mpg etc. I've decided to go with a honda since they get such good gas mileage. The thing is i'm not sure what would be better...an accord or civic. I was leaning more towards an accord because their larger but i'm really not sure. So I need advice.
2006-09-04 08:57:32 · 12 answers · asked by mountaingirl88 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Can't afford to run the SUV. Someday i'll get it though.
2006-09-04 09:00:00 · update #1
They are both good cars, but if you do need more room, then I would say the Accord would be the way to go. There will be more room for passengers to. It won't get as good mpg as a civic, but its not horrible!!
2006-09-04 09:06:01 · answer #1 · answered by 510Driver 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have owned an Accord and a couple of Civics (coup and sedan) and I've used all of them on all types of roads in most conditions (I ski and like to spend a lot of time in the mountains and at the coast). I think that you might prefer the Accord for a number of reasons, including the size. The Civic is cute but feels a little small compared to the Accord, especially when you have all of your gear in the car with you (and friends!). And the cute Civic doesn't feel as safe as the Accord. Both come with front-wheel drive which is good in the snow, but I feel that with a slightly larger engine, the Accord has better handling.
2006-09-04 09:19:08 · answer #2 · answered by Shibi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Larger cars are overrated. More expensive, more expensive on gas, more expensive on insurance...not to mention the fact that the "space" that most people buy is rarely used. Just look at the cars on the road the next time that you're driving and you'll see plenty of large cars that are occupied by one driver carrying nothing more than a briefcase.
I'm an avid outdoors person and my Civic does fine...I've traveled all over California, Canada and the South and it was awesome.
And despite what Mr. Mechanic said, the Accord gets worse mileage than the Civic. Check out the Edmunds.com link below:
2006-09-04 09:05:10 · answer #3 · answered by The ~Muffin~ Man 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whatever you do, dont get the 06 Civic, they are ugly on the interior. Go with the Accord which are better looking. Also, look at some hybrid SUV which are good with gas. The Ford Escape Hybrid is pretty good. The Escape Hybrid gets 36/31 mpg and the Civic Hybrid gets 49/51and the Accord Hybrid gets 25/34 and also, the escape is only about $4000 more but you may be able to find one used but good for cheaper. go to autos.yahoo.com and compare vechicles. You will be amazed.
2006-09-04 16:30:15 · answer #4 · answered by arce2283 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i just bought a civic. i LOVE IT. the trunk is very roomy and the gas mileage is great. an accord is way more expensive. but if you are looking for room, have you checked out the new honda fit? it is larger so there would be more space for you, but it is very affordable as well, i think it starts at 14k. but i love my civic, i just got it about a month ago and it is wonderful
2006-09-04 09:14:57 · answer #5 · answered by . 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if i was to choose i would pick the civic u can put more things into it and make it faster. but in ur case prolly a accord but u dnt want a very old one cause the weight will not be too good on the chasis
2006-09-04 15:39:07 · answer #6 · answered by Shazzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends how much u wanna spend? i like honda... my dad has had a honda since the 70s and sold it to his friend and he met with his friend and the car is working fine and is still running good... basically honda is a good choice they are reliable... accord is generally for older ppl and since u are 18 civic is good choice and it just depends how much u wanan spend well i would go for civic but its your choice good luck :)
2006-09-04 09:06:11 · answer #7 · answered by Bryan S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the accord is better as far as room goes,,and both of them are Honda,s,,so your going to be alright with either one of them,,the accord does as good as the civic on fuel,,so either choice is OK,,if it were me though,,i would choose the accord,,for the extra room in it,,i own a repair shop,,and i would need more room,,any way,,good luck with it,,i hope this help,s.
2006-09-04 09:03:50 · answer #8 · answered by dodge man 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Civic is the best.it's stylish,sporty and has good mileage than any other sport car out there.good luck choosing your car.
2006-09-04 09:42:53 · answer #9 · answered by kajpd1430@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
civic always better , new engine
city is better, but civic is best
honda prowiness
2006-09-04 09:15:18 · answer #10 · answered by Shailendra Singh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋