1998 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |