1999 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1999 Honda Accord and 2000 Toyota Avalon are equipped with a 2,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
