1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 428 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi 400 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Venturi | Honda |
Model | 400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |