2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |