2016 Honda Accord vs Toyota Camry Comparison
2016 Honda Accord
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2.4 L Inline 4
2016 Toyota Camry
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2.5 L Inline 4 |
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178 hp @ 6000 rpm |
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2016 Honda Accord vs Toyota Camry
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Two iconic Japanese automakers have long vied for supremacy in the American automobile market: Honda and Toyota. In fact, the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry have frequently taken top seller honors in the U.S. and the 2016 Honda Accord and 2016 Toyota Camry promise to continue the battle. The Accord and Camry come to American consumers dressed in everything from value-level accouterments to seriously well-equipped finery. But which vehicle wins out over the other? It would seem that a closer look is in order.
The Essential Nature
Honda's 2016 Accord comes as a mid-size sedan or as a coupe and it's a fun-to-drive offering. The ninth generation of the Accord marque, the sedan is still relatively new in its generational life cycle, and its cutting edge looks combine with smooth-performing engine offerings to deliver a vehicle sure to please. Toyota's Camry saw a refresh in 2015 and its looks were patterned to reflect the philosophy of its manufacturer. Camry's solid, just-modern-enough sheet metal fits well enough over a chassis that's time-tested and true to the company's solid roots. There's nothing wrong with the Camry, of course. It's just that the Accord puts a look together with engine and chassis performance bits and pieces, derived from Honda's long-time racing program, to deliver a seamless and smooth driving experience.
Powertrains
Accord's 2016 powertrains have improved over the years, and 2016s are a qualitative step up from just a couple model years ago. Engine offerings across all Accord models are stronger and more efficient than ever, with the base four-cylinder offering 185-hp and direct injection. There's even a six-speed manual available for the Accord, which is a relative rarity on American shores. The Honda's continuously variable transmission powers the automatic effortlessly and smoothly. Buyers can still find the Accord with the larger V-6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that delivers lively, enjoyable power and performance. Toyota Camry comes with a base 2.5-liter four-cylinder that delivers 178-hp. Lack of direct injection makes the car feel a little sluggish off the line. A 268-hp 3.5-liter V-6 is also available, and so is a hybrid version Camry.
Value and Convenience
In the past, Honda Accords weren't known for coming to buyers jam-packed with equipment, and that was by previous corporate design. However, the Accord now comes very well-equipped across all model levels at prices intended to bring even more Honda buyers into showrooms. Honda's done so well with the Accord that many automotive reviews have given it a top buyer's rating for 2016. Camry soldiers on largely comfortable in its preferred niche and Toyota prefers not to take too many chances with its sales numbers. Honda is by nature more daring, meaning it's willing to deliver relatively more equipment compared to the Camry on an apples-to-apples basis. There's little to criticize when it comes to either model, of course. But the Accord's designers seem to have tried harder to deliver value for money, along with a fun-to-drive experience, these last few years.
Buyers looking at the 2016 Honda Accord are making a sensible choice, but also one that rewards them with a pleasurable driving environment both inside and out. The Accord's good looks and performance-oriented engine offerings, including the base four-cylinder engine, combine to make Accords sail off Honda dealer lots in rapid order, though. So schedule a test drive of the 2016 Honda Accord at your local dealer today.
* 23 city/34 highway/27 combined mpg rating for 6MT models. 27 city/37 highway/31 combined mpg rating for CVT models. 26 city/35 highway/30 combined mpg rating for Sport CVT models. 21 city/34 highway/26 combined mpg rating for V-6 models. Based on 2016 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.