2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S-MX 2007 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model S-MX Accord
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 99 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2690 mm


 

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