2006 Ford GT vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 509 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford GT 2007 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model GT Accord
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 65 L