2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Patrol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 135 L |