2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 183 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.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Five Hundred | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |