2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 11 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Accord | Rapide |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2989 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 91 L |