2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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. Both 2002 Honda Accord and 2007 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 596 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 217 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
