Honda Accord vs Toyota Camry

Honda Accord vs Toyota Camry: Performance

While the components under the hood in these two sedans are similar, there are some notable differences. In the Accord, you’ll find the highly reliable 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, which produces an impressive 192 lb-ft of torque. On the other hand, though the Camry comes standard with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, it generates slightly less power with 184 lb-ft of torque.

Everyone has different preferences when it comes to transmissions since they can drastically alter the way in which you drive your car. Luckily, Honda has you covered with a range of transmission options in the Accord. It comes standard with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), providing a seamless and efficient ride every time.

If you prefer a more traditional automatic transmission, you can opt for an Accord trim with the available 10-speed automatic transmission with shift-by-wire capability. Unless you opt for the hybrid trim, the only option available in the Camry is its Direct Shift 8-speed automatic transmission.

Speaking of hybrids, you can choose this environmentally friendly configuration in both the Camry and the Accord. Both options offer exceptional gas mileage while the 2021 Accord Hybrid provides slightly more power.

Interior Design

Luxury meets coziness in the Honda Accord. Enhance your cabin even further with the optional leather-wrapped steering wheel or upgrade to leather trim on your seats to provide style and function. In the Toyota Camry, you’ll notice a much sportier interior. The available leather-trimmed seating comes in a bright red with contrast stitching for a vibrant appearance.

To get a sense of how comfortable the interior of the Accord is, consider the fact that it offers an available 12-way power adjustable driver’s seat. This allows you to fine-tune your seating position and find what works best for your body. You won’t find as many options in the Camry, which only offers an available 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat.

No matter where you’re sitting, you’ll have more room to spread out in the Accord. It offers a total passenger volume of 105.6 cubic feet compared to the 100.4 cubic feet of passenger space in the Camry.

Convenience Features in the Honda Accord

As more and more vehicles offer a push button start, fumbling to get your key into the ignition to start your engine is quickly becoming a thing of the past. While Honda makes push button start a standard feature in the Accord, the base model of the Toyota Camry does not come standard with this same convenience.

Additionally, both the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry offer a dual-zone automatic climate control system. However, this added comfort is only available as an upgrade in the Camry while it comes standard in the Accord.

Plus, Active Noise Cancellation™ blocks out unwanted road noise in the Accord, further improving your experience. Toyota doesn’t offer this feature in the Camry.

Which car is better equipped for a trip to the thrift store when you’re getting rid of everything in your house that doesn’t spark joy? With 16.7 cubic feet of cargo volume, the Honda Accord is your best bet. The Camry only offers 15.1 cubic feet of cargo volume, which means you’ll have to make more trips to transport the same amount of stuff.

Multimedia Options

Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ come standard in both of the midsize sedans. This means you can connect your smartphone to the center display in each car to access various applications, your messages, and any playlists you want to listen to as you drive. The display in the Accord though is slightly larger, which gives you a better view of your entertainment settings.

If you’re looking for a car that offers high-quality sound, both options have excellent premium sound systems available. In the Camry, you can upgrade to a 9-speaker JBL® audio system while the Accord offers a 10-speaker premium audio system. Each one includes a subwoofer and plenty of connectivity options, so you can get high-quality sound from your favorite media source.

Each of them also offer available navigation systems. However, the available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ in the 2021 Accord features the convenience of voice recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic, helping you avoid any slowdowns along your trip!

Keeping Safe on the Road

To provide confidence and security while driving, the Accord and the Camry come with a suite of available driver-assistive technology. In fact, both the 2021 Toyota Camry and the 2021 Honda Accord have a suite of features that come with all of their trim levels.

Which standard features are right for your driving style? In the Camry, you’ll find Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ with the following features:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Automatic High Beams
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Road Sign Assist

The Accord comes standard with Honda Sensing® that offers high-tech safety features, such as:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™
• Road Departure Mitigation System
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
• Lane Keeping Assist System
• Traffic Sign Recognition System

These systems work in a similar manner to help you stay alert to cars in your path ahead, keep you centered in your lane, and inform you of changing speed limits or stop signs ahead.

Both of the vehicles also come standard with a backup camera. However, the one in the 2021 Honda Accord gives you multiple views while the Camry can only display the standard view of your path. That’s why, the camera system in the Accord not only helps you when backing out of your driveway, but also makes parking easier.