2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
