2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Hilux | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
