2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
