2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 104 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.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |