2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |