2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
