2002 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |
