2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 573 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | S-10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |