2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2013 Toyota Prius
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Prius
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 13.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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