2002 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Nissan Moco

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 322 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2001 Nissan Moco
Make Honda Nissan
Model Accord Moco
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Size 2354 cc 658 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 159 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 64 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2370 mm


 

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