2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 434 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 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
