2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 60 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |