2007 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
