2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 200 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200.
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 (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Accord | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
