2005 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
