1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (188 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 478 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Italdesign Nazca 2006 Honda Accord
Make Italdesign Honda
Model Nazca Accord
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 297 km/hour 227 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm


 

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