2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 2 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster 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 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
