2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1153 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
