1998 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
