1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Intrepid | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2741 mm |