2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |