2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |