2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 872 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 168 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
Because 2010 SSC Aero 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 2010 SSC Aero. 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Honda | SSC |
| Model | Accord | Aero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
