2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Versa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |