2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 554 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.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
