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. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2009 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Accord
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 96.9 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1193 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 65 L


 

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