2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 993 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Optra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
