2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Accord Camaro
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 319 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.5
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1697 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 72 L


 

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