2006 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Scion iQ
To start off, 2011 Scion iQ is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion iQ weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion iQ. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2011 Scion iQ | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Accord | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 32 L |