2005 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
