2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
