2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 596 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 32 L |