2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 118 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 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Honda | Saleen |
| Model | Accord | S7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2692 mm |
