2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |