2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 257 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2010 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Impala |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
