2024 Toyota Camry Vs 2024 Honda Accord: How To Decide Which One Is Right For You
The Camry vs. Accord battle is like the one between vanilla and chocolate ice creams. It's more of a matter of taste than of quality. Pick one!
Toyota and Honda are competing in several car segments. Still, the fiercest battle is held between two Japanese cars, the Camry and the Accord, respectively. In this competition, the main winner is the customer. It doesn't even matter anymore which one of these are they buying. They won't make a bad decision.
Maybe it won't be the best for them, but it won't be a bad one. It's not like they will lose an excellent vehicle and purchase a crappy one. Not at all! But, depending on what customers need, one or another version of these vehicles will come on top of their list for them to drive home. It's not like the battle of wild Japanese hatchbacks, where the most crucial measure is performance.
When purchasing a family vehicle, customers need to consider more things, from the price and running costs to comfort, trunk space, and sound systems.
Toyota went all-in with the 2024 Camry. The Japanese automaker transformed the former Florida cruiser good just to go from A to B that could run forever sipping gas at an annoyingly slow into a fast-pace runner. Moreover, if the nephew configures the Camry for his grandpa, the young gun might put more miles on the car than his older relative. That's because Camry, depending on the version, becomes sportier and better looking. Moreover, there are many features that can make the Camry a vehicle suitable for younger generations, not just for those who are working 9 to 5 and are still collecting money for their children's education. As a result, Toyota makes the Camry in 13 trim levels with a choice of three engines.
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For decades, Honda was known for its sports-oriented vehicles. Even if someone would buy a mundane Civic, that model still sported independent suspension in all corners and three-figure HP ratings for the entire range. It was the car for those parents who loved to drive but couldn't afford a sports car and a family sedan at the same time. Honda knew that, so it offered the Accord with plenty of packages. All trim levels were made for driving enthusiasts, but some grades were concealed under “family-oriented” names. Even if it withdrew some of its great engines, such as the two-liter turbocharged or the V6, the carmaker still offers enough features for the Accord so that customers might find something that will satisfy their needs and, perhaps, exceed them. Unfortunately, the H-badged mid-size sedan now has just six grades, less than half of what the Camry offers.
2024 Toyota Camry Trims
Prices
2024 Honda Accord Trims
Prices
LE
$26,420
LX
$27,295
LE Hybrid
$28,855
EX
$29,060
SE
$27,960
Sport Hybrid
$31,345
SE Nightshade
$28,960
EX-L Hybrid
$32,990
SE Hybrid
$30,390
Sport-L Hybrid
$33,325
SE Hybrid Nightshade
$31,390
Touring Hybrid
$37,340
XLE
$31,170
XLE Hybrid
$33,745
XSE
$31,720
XSE Hybrid
$34,295
TRD
$33,845
XLE V6
$36,295
XSE V6
$36,845
Toyota launched the eighth and current generation of the Camry in 2017, and the carmaker refreshed the lineup in 2020 for the 2021 model year. But it shows its age six years after the initial launch. You'll see the wrinkles if you remove all the Botox and dyed elements. Fortunately, it aged well. Moreover, it kept its gym subscription and didn't lose its V6 muscles with over 300 ponies under the hood. Moreover, even the four-cylinder versions pump over 200 HP to the wheels. In addition, selected versions can be equipped with all-wheel-drive systems. Regarding fuel efficiency, those with a light foot can get over 50 miles per gallon, which is fantastic with nowadays' gas prices. On the other hand, those who want a family car but still enjoy a winding mountain road can get the V6 that will punch them with an average 26 MPG figure only if they drive slowly. But if you're looking for some hybrid cars that balance fuel economy with performance, we have a few suggestions.
Honda introduced the tenth generation of the Accord in 2017, just like Toyota did with its eighth generation of the Camry. Unlike its main rival, though, Honda didn't refresh its mid-size sedan contender. It completely changed it in late 2022. As a result, it doesn't need any new updates to look fresh because it's still young and shiny on the market. One of the most significant upgrades for the car was to improve the average fuel consumption for the entire range, and it did this by offering the Accord with fuel-efficient engines. As a result, the hybrid version can get up to 51 MPG, while the 1.5-liter turbocharged version can still boast an average of 32 miles per gallon. As a result, the hybrid can go almost 653 miles with a tank full of unleaded, while the turbocharged version may squeeze almost 548 miles from its 14.8 gallon tank. The most significant difference is that while the former can do that in the city, the latter can achieve it on highways.
Toyota Camry
Honda Accord
Engines
2.5-liter
2.5-liter hybrid
V6
1.5-liter turbocharged
2.0-liter hybrid
Configuration
Inline-four
Inline-four+electric motor
V6
Inline-four
Inline-four
Displacement
2,487 cc
2,487 cc
3,456 cc
1,498 cc
1,993 cc
Power
203 HP
208 HP (combined)
301 HP
192 HP
204 HP
Torque
182 lb-ft
163 lb-ft*
267 lb-ft
192 lb-ft
247 lb-ft
Transmission
8 spd-auto
E-CVT
8 spd-auto
CVT
E-CVT
Curb weight
3,580 lbs.
3,480 lbs.
3,595 lbs.
3.239 lbs.
3,477 lbs.
* Toyota didn't disclose the combined torque figure for the 2024 Camry Hybrid.
The Camry used to be the car you'd see on the left lane struggling to overtake an eighteen-wheeler on a ramp. Well, not anymore. Now, it's quite quick on its feet, and with the V6 version, you might struggle to keep up with it. Ten years ago, the four-cylinder version of this mid-size sedan got around 170 ponies. Even if the base engine's displacement remained the same, now it boasts over 200 HP. In addition, the newer transmissions are better and shift faster. But for those who want even more, they can get the punchy 3.5-liter V6 paired with an eight-speed automatic. In addition, thanks to the TRD package, not only that the car can go fast, but it also looks sporty. Moreover, the car has a secret weapon in its arsenal: adaptive suspension. This can help drivers corner quicker while still offering comfortable rides.
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Once, Soichiro Honda, the father of the car company that bears his name, said, “Without racing, there is no Honda.” He remained true to its words until his last breath. But afterward, the car maker noticed that customers shifted their attention from sports-oriented vehicles to fuel efficiency and comfort. Even though Honda's management tried to keep the spirit of Soichiro Honda alive, in the end, it had to admit that it wasn't worth making punchy engines anymore. As a result, gone are the V6s and the two-liter turbocharged units. So, the 2024 Accord shows up with mundane inline-fours better suited to small-sized vehicles. The 1.5-liter turbo unit doesn't get even 200 HP. The hybrid version, however, is a pleasant surprise for its class, thanks to its drivetrain. Apart from the naturally-aspirated two-liter engine, two electric motors pull the vehicle. Yet, it's not as impressive as the former two-liter turbocharged, ten-speed automatic version from just a few years ago.
Toyota Camry 2.5
Toyota Camry Hybrid
Toyota Camry V6
Honda Accord turbo
Honda Accord Hybrid
0-60 mph
7.5 sec.
7.8 sec.
5.6 sec.
7.2 sec.
6.6 sec.
Quarter mile
15.9 sec
16 sec
15.4 sec
15.3
Top speed
120 MPH
116 MPH
135 MPH
116 MPH
125 MPH
An old saying says that tastes are not debatable. But the features and options, on the other hand, are. Toyota knew this and tried to offer the Camry the best equipment it had in its stores. As a result, it offers a panoramic sunroof, which can be appreciated by the entire family. It also offers an impressive JBL sound system with a subwoofer and many options to keep everybody happy on long trips. There are also some other options that will make them happy, such as the heated front seats. On the downside, there are no heated rear seats. Furthermore, the car shows its age in terms of interior dimensions, which are not as good as in the Accord.
Honda tried hard to beat the Camry when it launched the eleventh generation of the Accord. As a result, it offers a 12-speaker Bose sound system, wider interior dimensions, and an increased luggage space. Yet, on the other hand, those seated in the back won't have the chance to see the stars through a panoramic glass roof. They'll have to deal only with the mundane look of the headliner. Honda only offers a tiny sunroof. Fortunately, that's standard for most trim levels. Moreover, it tries to look modern, so it even offers a digital display instead of analog dials and, as the icing on the cake, a head-up display option.
Toyota Camry
Honda Accord
Cargo Capacity
15.1 cu-ft
16.7 cu-ft
Front Headroom
38.3 in
39.5 in
Rear Headroom
37.6 in
37.3 in
Front Legroom
42.1 in
42.3 in
Rear Legroom
38.0 in
40.8 in
Front Shoulder Room
57.7 in
57.9 in
Rear Shoulder Room
55.7 in
56.5 in
Tudor started his career in automotive journalism over 25 years ago as a contributor in a small editorial team of a printed magazine. Later, he evolved and led several car magazines as editor-in-chief, produced his TV broadcast, and traveled worldwide to car events from Italy to Pikes Peak, and from Laguna Seca to the Sahara Desert. Tudor continued learning and completed rally-driving and off-road schools. He also reviewed more than a thousand cars in his career before joining the HotCars team.
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