2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |