2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Sonic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |