2009 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
