2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 142 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 Toyota Camry (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |