2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 Sentra (237 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Sentra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |