2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 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 38 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
