2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 810 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Nano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |