2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |