2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |