2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Inspire (401 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Inspire 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Honda Toyota
Model Inspire Tacoma
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 361 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 80 L


 

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