2002 Honda Acty vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Acty | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1330 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |