1994 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 680 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
