2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Captiva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |