1999 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 8 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. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 837 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
