2012 Renault Trafic vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord 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 90 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Renault Trafic | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Trafic | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |