2017 Honda Accord vs Toyota Camry

When you're in the market for a sleek and stylish sedan to take around the streets of New Bern, Morehead City, and Havelock, you have a plethora of options at your fingertips. However, despite these numerous options, the 2017 Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry always seem to be the top contenders. But when it's your car that you're deciding on, which of these vehicles do you choose?

The decision between the Honda Accord vs. Toyota Camry can be really tough, but Pecheles Honda is here to help by showing you what these vehicles offer. We'll be focusing on the engine power, passenger and cargo space, and even the entertainment and technology features. By seeing the clear differences between these sedans, you'll be able to tell which vehicle seems like a better fit for you.

2017 Honda Accord vs Toyota Camry Engine Power

Just because you're looking for a sedan doesn't mean that you can't get something with a little bit of power underneath the hood. The Honda Accord is equipped with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that can deliver 185 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. The Toyota Camry features the slightly similar 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. However, this engine falls short of the Honda Accord and its abilities by maxing out its performance at 178 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque.

Passenger & Cargo Space

The 2017 Honda Accord opens up with 103.2 cubic feet of space, while the Toyota Camry offers 102.7 cubic feet in its cabin. While it's no secret that the Honda Accord has a slight edge with interior space, the difference is more noticeable with 39.1 inches of headroom and 42.5 inches of legroom in the front vs. the 38.8 inches of headroom and 41.6 inches of legroom in the Toyota Camry. As for cargo, the 15.8 cubic feet in the trunk of the Honda Accord is a little more spacious than the 15.4 cubic feet offered in the trunk of the Toyota Camry.

Entertainment & Technology Features

Both of these sedans are equipped with a variety of entertainment features like an AM/FM radio and inputs for both USB and auxiliary cables that allow you to connect portable media devices. You can even stream audio entertainment from your smartphone through the respective Bluetooth® systems, on top of making hands-free phone calls while driving. The Honda Accord even features Pandora® compatibility, providing you with easy access to this internet radio service.

When it comes to accessing your media options, each vehicle features a dashboard-mounted screen. The Honda Accord features the 8-inch i-MID screen. The Toyota Camry features the smaller 6.1-inch Entune™ screen.

Making the Right Decision

At Pecheles Honda, we hope this 2017 Honda Accord vs. Toyota Camry review helped you see the real differences between these otherwise similar sedans. We showed you the many advantages that the Honda Accord has over the Toyota Camry. If you're looking to learn more about the Honda Accord, you can always check out our car review, or you can experience it for yourself by getting behind the wheel and scheduling a test drive with us!

Pecheles Honda is proud to serve drivers all across the New Bern, Morehead City, and Havelock areas. Contact us today to schedule your test drive!