1995 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |