Which Accord model is the 2.4ivtec?
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Eighth-generation Accord. More details about the eighth-generation Accord are as follows: 1. Exterior: The body length reaches 4945mm, width 1845mm, and height 1480mm (with the four-cylinder version +17mm and the six-cylinder version +14mm). The wheelbase is 2800mm, while the floor height of the new Accord is lowered by 15mm, significantly reducing the center of gravity and enhancing the original sporty style. The eighth-generation Accord offers the best and largest interior space in Accord's history. 2. Interior: With design techniques and extensive use of high-strength steel (up to 48%), the eighth-generation Accord becomes the model with the highest body strength in Accord's history, improving vehicle safety, handling performance, cabin quietness, and overall durability. Compared to the seventh-generation Accord, torsional stiffness increased by 20%; rear vertical stiffness by 33%; and front suspension support point stiffness by 36%. To reduce aerodynamic drag and lift, the lower part of the body adopts a design as flat as possible, decreasing air resistance (-8%) and lift (-23%) during driving, ensuring better fuel efficiency and more stable high-speed performance.
The 2.4ivtec thing I'm looking at is actually the model designation for Honda Accord's 2.4-liter i-VTEC engine, mainly referring to the eighth-generation Accord models produced between approximately 2008 and 2012. The i-VTEC technology is pretty impressive—it intelligently controls valve timing, making the engine fuel-efficient at low RPMs while delivering strong power at high RPMs. For everyday driving, it achieves about 8 to 9 liters per 100 kilometers in fuel consumption, not as thirsty as those big-displacement cars. The driving experience is also great, with smooth acceleration and no jerking, paired with a responsive automatic transmission that handles hill climbs and overtaking effortlessly. These cars are quite popular for urban commuting, thanks to their spacious interiors and comfortable seats that make driving less tiring. I know quite a few friends who drive this model, and the engine's reliability is high—with proper maintenance, it can easily last a decade. Overall, it's a classic choice in the Accord family, and if you're looking in the used car market, this configuration is quite common and reasonably priced.
