2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord.

Because 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Tundra 2011 Honda Accord
Make Toyota Honda
Model Tundra Accord
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 245 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 219 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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