2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 661 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |