2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1639 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
