1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Cresta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
