2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 9 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 391 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 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | RDX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |