2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 242 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
