2006 Honda Accord vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 896 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SSC Aero. 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Honda | SSC |
| Model | Accord | Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
