2003 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Saber
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Saber | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Saber |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2649 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
