2003 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Ipsum | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Ipsum | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |