2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
