I would definately pick up the I4-manual over the V6 if you want to attempt to build a handling car.

Its tough to enter the corners and match revs on the automatic V6. The four is definately great on the gas milaeage too.

My sister has the EXV6 sedan while I have the EX-4cylinder stick. The brakes on both cars nearly identical, for this reason the 4cylinder has better braking feel.

However, if you can't or don't want to row the gears I would definately get the V6. The automatic tranny really makes the four cylinder feel anemic when you campare them side by side. Getting the 4-stick over the 6-auto isn't giving up much speed either.

As for seating position the Coupe driver seat sits much lower and further back then the sedan. This might help you if you are long legged too. If driver postion isn't hugely important the sedan versitility is a huge plus.

Maintnence will be cheaper on the 4cylinder too. The brakes on the 4 are more common. Same with hoses. The 4-cylinder only has one t-belt aswell.

I'd definately test drive them both though and decide then. The market for Accords is HUGE, so don't settle until you find a perfectly clean car you like. Accords are a dime a dozen so the hunting will be good.