2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dodge Journey

To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 332 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.

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 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2010 Dodge Journey
Make Honda Dodge
Model Accord Journey
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1702 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 78 L


 

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