2002 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 835 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2001 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
