2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Honda Accord

To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Blackhawk 2004 Honda Accord
Make Buick Honda
Model Blackhawk Accord
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7458 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 692 Nm 223 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 99 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2630 mm


 

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