The 2009 Honda Accord is available in two body styles- sedan and coupe. Both the styles come with in several trims. The major difference between Accord sedan and coupe is that, the sedan is not available in six-speed manual transmission for the 3.5-liter V6 engine. Other than this, all manual and automatic transmissions are available on both the styles.

The Accord sedan is an amazing vehicle that combines high technology and high quality with everyday economy of operation. It features a traditional three-box shape that emphasizes both a dynamic and athletic feel with the sophistication of a sedan. The sedan's overall length measures 194.1 inches for 4-cylinder models, while V6 models add 0.2 inches for front spoiler lip. Its width measures 72.7 inches and the height totals 58.1 inches. The wheelbase of the Accord sedan measures 110.2 inches with a front and rear track width of 62.2-inches at each axle (62.6 inches LX and LX-P).

Almost every model of the 2009 Honda Accord sedan comes with comfort and convenience features. The sedan comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels with wheel covers, or 16- to 17-inch aluminum wheels depending on the model. Following are some of new standard features of the 2009 Accord sedan:

• The powerful and responsive four-cylinder VTEC engine that delivers strong acceleration performance. A V6 engine is also available, only to add another level of sports appeal.
• XM Satellite Radio (standard on EX-L and EX V-6)
• Side curtain airbags (EX models)
• Climate-control system
• MP3/Windows Media Player, a DVD rear-seat entertainment system, and a hands-free cell phone.
• High fuel economy and low emissions and partial-zero-emissions (PZEV)

Then comes the 2009 Accord coupe, whose styling basically breaks from the sedan with a uniquely aggressive image. It has long hood, sleek roofline and muscular lines that indicate power and heightened its promptness as compared to the sedan. Dimensionally, the coupe is 190.9 inches long; 72.8 inches wide and its height totals 56.4 inches. Compared to the sedan, the coupe is 3.2 inches shorter in length, 1.7 inches shorter in height and 0.1-inch wider. Its wheelbase measures 107.9 inches. Here are a few distinctive features of the 2009 Honda Accord coupe:

• Available 18-inch alloy wheels (V6 models)
• Available 271-hp Engine (V6 models)
• Latest-generation Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), offering brisk acceleration and fuel efficiency (V6 models with 5AT)
• Low center of gravity and independent multi-link rear suspension that enhances handling
• Leather-trimmed seats (EX-L)
• Available navigation system and Bluetooth HandsFreeLink capability
• Steering wheel-mounted controls