2003 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC 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 86 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 382 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2002 Saturn SC | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | SC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |