2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
