2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 128 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 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | TL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |