2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Malibu |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |