2001 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 361 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |