2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
