2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |