2018 Toyota Camry vs. 2018 Honda Accord

The 2018 Honda Accord uses a 1.5L four-cylinder as standard that fails to match either the power or efficiency of the 2018 Toyota Camry. Driving enthusiasts in Aurora and the rest of Chicagoland should turn away from the Accord entirely — Honda ditched the previously available V6 in favor of a less-satisfying turbocharged four-cylinder, so even the sportiest Honda Accord lacks the spirit and vigor of a Toyota Camry V6.

Both the 2018 Toyota Camry and 2018 Honda Accord score high for standard safety, with the following driver assistance features fitted as standard:

• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Pre-Collision Braking System
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist

That’s great, but you’ll still notice a wide gulf between standard comfort and convenience features. The new Camry offers:

• 6-speaker standard sound system vs. 4-speaker system in the Honda
• Voice-activated controls
• Remote fuel filler door release

They’re features few take the time to look at, but you’ll miss them once you’re behind the wheel, even if you’re just make a short trip between Oak Brook and Joliet.

The distance between onboard technology grows when you turn to available features. Of the two, only the Toyota Camry can provide:

• Bird’s Eye View Camera with Perimeter Scan: Provides a virtual 360-degree view of vehicle and surrounding area to help with low-speed maneuvering.
• 10-Inch Color Head-Up Display (HUD): View everything from outside temperature to navigation without taking your eyes from the road. The Honda Accord only offers a 6-inch display.