2004 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 348 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Soarer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 431 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |