2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 6 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
