2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 331 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 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
