2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
