2003 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
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 Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 496 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, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2003 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 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 Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Vamos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |