2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |