2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |