2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Hilux | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
