2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 491 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Liberty |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |