2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 110 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 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |