2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 46 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Prius |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |