2003 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Crown | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Crown | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |