2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | D-MAX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |