1999 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
