2002 Honda Acty vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1394 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Acty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Acty has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Acty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Acty | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2234 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
