2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 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 8 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | DART |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |