2004 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
