2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 2 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
