2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |