2002 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Altima | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Altima | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |