2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Honda Fit

To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 332 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2003 Honda Fit
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Fit
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1335 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2460 mm


 

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