2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |