2006 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 750 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |