2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |