2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 582 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 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Acadia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |