1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Dodge Intrepid 2005 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Intrepid Accord
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3522 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 214 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5126 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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