2004 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 799 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |