2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
