2009 Ford Flex vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Flex | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
