2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Accord | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 91 L |
