2002 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |