2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 647 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.
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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |