2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Vamos | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 219 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |