2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 869 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
