2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 (287 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | DART |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |