2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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. Both 2002 Honda Accord and 2009 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 307 kg more than 2009 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 (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |