2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
