2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.

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 (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord 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 2005 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Accord
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 157 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L