2004 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 82 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
