2003 Honda City vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |