2002 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2002 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
