2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 62 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche 996 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 996 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |