2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 548 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Kyron |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |