2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 267 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
