2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 16 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Altima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |